Preview of September’s New Moon in Virgo

” To serve others is to give of oneself with no personal gain or reward. The energy of service is the remedy for problems of darkness and barriers to our evolution. Service is the only energy that can generate enough continued light and fire to combat the darkness.” Mary E. Carreiro

“Be the change you wish to see in the world.” Gandhi

It always bodes well to prepare for a New Moon by clarifying your intentions in advance.  At the time of  upcoming New Moon in Virgo on September 9th, the Sun and the Moon will be opposed to Neptune. Neptune is the planet of dreams and wishes for how things could be. Neptune is the ruler of the sign Pisces and the Pisces /Virgo axis in Astrology is considered the axis of service or being of service to others and the world.

Given the somewhat tumultuous times we are living in – times when great change is afoot – is it wise to consider what you do or would like to do- that helps nudge things along in a more positive direction and helps bring more light and love into the world. As Caroline Myss has written,” Everything we do counts. There is really no such thing as a small act of  service or goodness.”

One of the Sabian symbols for this New Moon is, “A volcanic eruption bringing dust cloud, flowing lava, earth rumblings.”

Sabian symbol reference from Lynda Hill

Mars Stations Direct

“Mars represents our ability to define ourselves through our own volition.” Eric Francis 

“A single moment can retroactively flood an entire life with meaning.” Victor E. Frankl

Mars stations direct at 10:05 AM Monday 8/27 at 29 degrees of Capricorn. The Sabian symbol for this degree is, “A woman reading tea leaves.” This is an indication to look to the underlying or deeper meaning of events.

Mars has been retrograde for two months and it bodes well now to look to events that occurred  during this period and discern how they are connected to the deeper meaning of your life or how they help you see the way forward with more clarity.

The 29th degree is considered to be the “fated degree” meaning it has particular significance. Although there continues to be the tendency to act impulsively now, it’s wise to proceed seriously and with a well thought out plan for any future endeavors.